Along with the 35-150mm F/2-2.8, TAMRON has also announced the development of the replacement for the 28-75mm F2.8. The 28-75mm F/2.8 Di III VXD G2 for Sony E-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras will be available sometime later this year.
According to TAMRON, the new 28-75mm F2.8 G2 is claimed to offer significantly improved optical and autofocus performance, as well as new function customization.
The lens features TAMRON’s VXD (Voice-coil eXtreme-torque Drive) linear motor focus mechanism, which is claimed to deliver higher autofocus speed with greater precision. The 28-75mm has a MOD (Minimum Object Distance) of 7.1” at the wide end and a maximum magnification ratio of 1:2.7.
Key features
- Best image quality in standard zoom lens class (claimed)
- Fast, quiet VXD linear motor for high-speed and high-precision autofocus
- MOD (Minimum Object Distance) of 7.1” at the wide end and a maximum magnification ratio of 1:2.7 for creative close-ups
- New design provides enhanced texture and greater user-friendliness
- Lightweight, compact design with emphasis on ease of use, plus 67mm filter size
Below you can see MTF Comparison between the current 28-70mm and the new lens
